In the 11-year period of 2005 through 2015, canines killed 360 Americans. Pit bulls contributed to 64% (232) of these deaths. Combined, pit bulls and rottweilers contributed to 76% of the total recorded deaths. | More »

Sunday, September 28, 2008

Serious Injury SustainedLouisville, KY - In a developing story, an 8-year-old girl remained hospitalized late Saturday after being attacked by a pit bull earlier in the day. The child was attacked in the 100 block of south 44th street around 1:30 p.m. Saturday. Officials say she was playing with the dog when it turned on her. The girl was taken to Kosair Children's Hospital with serious injuries. Metro Animal Service officers have quarantined the dog.